1. BRC-Z700
Three 1/4-inch ClearVid CMOS CCD sensors HD
robotic camera
RS-232C/RS-422 interfaces supporting the VISCA
protocol, which allows it to be controlled by external
PCs and/or controllers. All local controls such as Pan/
This compact robotic colour video camera system is
Tilt/Zoom, camera settings, and presets can be easily
specially designed for remote video shooting applica-
accessed, and up to seven cameras can be daisy-
tions. With its high-accuracy and wide-range Pan/Tilt/
chained.
Zoom capability, the BRC-Z700P precisely captures
the pictures you require.
Sixteen Presets
Picture quality is excellent with the BRC-Z700 em- Various camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom and
ploying three 1/4-type ClearVid CMOS images focus can be configured for up to sixteen presets per
sensors, boasting a resolution of 1,120,000 total camera
pixels. This camera is both High Definition and Stand-
ard Definition capable. Multi-function IR Remote Commander Unit
Various camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom and
The BRC-Z700 is ideal for a variety of remote video focus can be configured for up to sixteen presets per
shooting applications, such as auditoriums, teaching camera
hospitals, corporate boardrooms, churches, sporting
events, trade shows and concerts.
This product comes with the full PrimeSupport pack-
age. That’s fast, hassle-free repairs, a helpline offer-
ing expert technical advice, and a free loan unit while
yours is repaired. Plus the peace of mind that Sony is Benefits
looking after your equipment – and your business.
Excellent Picture Quality
The BRC-Z700 employs three 1/4-type CMOS image
Features sensors, boasting a resolution of 1,120,000 total
pixels. This camera incorporates a newly developed
Versatile Video Outputs DSP to make effective use of the ClearVid CMOS
The BRC-Z700 offers the following outputs as stand- Sensors, which have been developed using Sony ad-
ard: HD Component (Y/Pb/Pr), RGB, Composite, Y/C. vanced semiconductor technologies.
It can also accept the BRBK-HSD1 optional video card
to provide HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals. One of the advantages of the CMOS sensor is that
vertical smear is minimized. The combination of the
Optical Multiplex Unit (BRU-H700) new DSP and the ClearVid CMOS Sensors allows the
Users can transmit uncompressed digital data includ- camera to achieve both higher resolution and higher
ing external sync and camera control signals via the sensitivity compared to cameras equipped with con-
BRU-H700 optical multiplex unit. With only a single ventional CMOS sensors. Furthermore, the camera’s
cable connection between the camera and the HD op- "colour masking" function allows users to adjust spe-
tical multiplex unit, the system is extremely easy to cific colours in the image more precisely, while the
install. The maximum cable length between these "colour detail" function allows users to smooth over
units is 1,000 meters. The following optional interface skin tones.
cards can be used with the BRU-H700: HFBK-HD1,
HFBK-SD1, HFBK-XG1, HFBK-TS1. Flexible Installation - Ceiling Mount or Flat Surface
Because the BRC-Z700 has an "Image Flip" function,
RS-232C/RS-422 Remote Control (VISCA protocol) the unit can either be mounted on a ceiling using the
System integrators can easily configure complex sys- supplied ceiling mount kit or placed on a flat surface
tems with the BRC-Z700 because it is equipped with
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2. BRC-Z700
to meet the user’s installation and space High Performance Pan/Tilt/Zoom Mechanism
requirements. The BRC-Z700 covers a wide shooting range with its
highly accurate Pan/Tilt mechanism. It has a very
Easy-to-use and Ergonomically Designed Remote wide pan range of 340 degrees and a tilt range of 120
Control Unit degrees. Both pan and tilt speeds are variable within
All camera settings, including the Pan/Tilt/Zoom func- the range of 0.22 to 60 degrees per second.
tions and sixteen-preset patterns, can be controlled
from the optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit. The What’s more, the BRC-Z700 has an extremely quiet
ergonomic joystick design and feature-rich control motor that is capable of very precise movements. It is
panel provide superb operability in various remote- capable of capturing not only fast-moving objects, but
shooting applications. also slow-moving objects without rocking vibration.
For capturing small or distant objects, the BRC-Z700
incorporates a 20x optical auto-focus zoom lens.
Technical Specifications
Generic Specifications Interfaces
Signal systems 1080/59.94i, NTSC or 1080/ HD video output D-Sub 15 pin: Component
50i, PAL (switchable) (Y/Pb/Pr) or RGB, HD, VD or
Sync systems Internal/External SYNC
Image device 1/4-type CMOS x 3 SD video output BNC: Composite, Mini DIN 4
pin : Y/C
Total picture elements Approx. 1.12 Megapixels
External Sync input BNC
Effective picture Approx. 1.07 Megapixels
elements Camera control Mini DIN 8 pin: RS-232C
(VISCA IN), Mini DIN 8 pin:
Lens 20x optical zoom (80x with
RS-232C (VISCA OUT), Con-
digital zoom), Carl Zeiss
nector plug 9 pin: RS-422
Vario-Sonnar T lens
(VISCA IN/OUT)
Focal length f=3.9 to 78 mm (F1.6 to
F2.8)
Lens filter diameter 62 mm General
Minimum object 10 mm (Wide, Limiter Off),
Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees (32 to
distance 500 mm (Wide, Limiter On),
104°F)
800 mm (Tele)
Storage temperature -20 to 60 degrees (-4 to
Horizontal viewing angle 1.8 to 55.2 degrees
140°F)
Focusing system Auto/Manual
Power requirements DC 10.8 to 13.2 V
Pan/Tilt angle -170 to +170 degrees (Pan),
Power consumption Max 28.8 W (without option-
-30 to +90 degrees (Tilt)
al cards)
Pan/Tilt speed 0.22 to 60 degrees/s (Pan/
Dimensions (W x H x D) 198 x 247 x 238 mm (7 7/8
Tilt)
x 9 3/4 x 9 3/8 inches)
Minimum illumination 6 lx (50 IRE, F1.6, +24 dB)
Mass 4.5 kg (9 lb 15 oz)
Video S/N ratio 50 dB
Shutter speed 1/10,000 to 1/60 s or
1/10,000 to 1/50 s Supplied Accessories
Gain Auto/Manual (0 to 24 dB and
IR Remote Commander Unit
Hyper Gain)
AC power adaptor
White balance Auto1/Auto2/Indoor/
Outdoor/One-push/Manual AC power cord
Image stabilizer On/Off (Optical) RS-422 connector plug
Image flip On/Off Ceiling bracket
Preset positions 16 Wire rope
Screws
Operating instructions
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